Swimming with Dolphins: A Perfect Summer Experience for Kids!

There are experiences that become memories children carry for a lifetime, especially when they combine fun, learning, and contact with nature. An encounter with dolphins is one of them: it not only sparks their curiosity, it also allows them to understand and value the world around them.

If you are considering this experience for your children, here you will find information that will be very useful to guide them and make this a more than special moment.

What’s the right age for my kid to swim with dolphins?

Every child, no matter its age, can live this incredible experience. However, if your kids are less than 8 years old, they will have to be accompanied either by yourself or by an adult who can prove they are the legal tutor or have your authorization. Children over the age of 8, though, can swim with dolphins on their own if they so desire.

It’s also worth mentioning that Delphinus has swimming programs that easily adapt to the age and personality of your children: for example, in the  Harmony swim they can hug, sing, and play “water wars” with the dolphin. 

If my children don't know how to swim, can they also live the experience?

Of course! It is not necessary to know how to swim to participate. By official regulation, everyone wears a life jacket during the activity, which makes the experience more comfortable and safe. Additionally, there are life jackets in different sizes, including for small children, so that everyone can enjoy with confidence.

Is there anything else kids need to know before interacting with dolphins?

Just to be prepared to enjoy a wonderful time and learn lots of cool facts about the ocean’s most intelligent mammals! During the interaction, the dolphin instructors will do their best to make your kid feel comfortable, so you and your child will only need to focus on vibing the coolest vibes.

What can a child expect from a swimming with dolphins experience?

Besides getting to know the main characteristics of the dolphins—like their feeding habits, social behaviors, and body functions—, kids can take part in many different activities such as communicating with them through hand gestures, dance with them, hug them, receive kisses from them, and so much more! 

After the interaction, the instructors will share with your kids an easy-to-understand message about the role that each living being plays in the environment’s life cycle.

So, there you have it! Don’t miss out and allow your kids to live a unique experience that they will cherish forever and that will make them connect to the world they live in.